In a nutshell
- The Witcher 3: Remastered launches on Nintendo Switch 2 September 29, Includes base game + Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions.
- Free upgrade for owners of the original Switch version.
- Upcoming expansion Songs of the Past available to wishlist.
CD PROJEKT RED has confirmed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 29, as revealed during the latest Nintendo Direct livestream.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered – A Modernized Witcher Adventure
Players step into the boots of Geralt of Rivia as he hunts for his adopted daughter, Ciri, across the war‑torn Northern Kingdoms. The Remastered edition includes the acclaimed base game plus its two expansions — Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine — offering hundreds of hours of monster‑slaying, questing, and decision‑making.
Switch 2 Features and Enhancements
The Nintendo Switch 2 version takes advantage of the console’s unique capabilities:
- Motion controls for casting signs, firing crossbows, tossing bombs, and riding Roach.
- Gyro aiming for precision combat.
- Touch screen support for map navigation, menus, and even playing Gwent.
- Performance and visual upgrades powered by Switch 2 hardware.
Alongside these, Remastered introduces overhauled combat and animations, redesigned skill progression, updated monster behaviors, transmogrification, expanded photo mode, and more.
Free Upgrade for Existing Owners
Players who own The Witcher 3 on the original Nintendo Switch can claim the Remastered edition on Switch 2 at no extra cost.
- Digital owners can pre‑order the upgrade now via the Nintendo eShop.
- Physical copy owners can redeem the upgrade upon launch. New players can also pre‑order the full Remastered edition today.
Songs of the Past Expansion
Also teased during Nintendo Direct was Songs of the Past, the upcoming third expansion set in the new realm of Letten. Launching in 2027, the expansion can already be wishlisted on Nintendo Switch 2.
